Seeks election to Royal Society; asks for support of Smith and Dawson Turner; Sir Benjamin Hobhouse [1st baronet (1757-1831), politician] and Mr Ellis of the British Museum have also pledged their support. Requests introduction to Sir Joseph Banks.

[Smith has noted his reply on recto of folio]: would recommend to Banks and will confer with Turner.

Thanks for recommendations; will not present his testimonial to Royal Society until Smith arrives in London. Sir Benjamin Hobhouse [1st baronet (1757-1831), politician] requests that Smith's signature stands first [on nomination certificate].